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Jeju Island Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jeju Island, South Korea in December.

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Thinking about venturing to Jeju Island, South Korea this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Jeju Island in December

Jeju Island, South Korea is a region in South Korea. December in Jeju Island generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Jeju.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jeju Island, South Korea, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Seogwipo with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Jeju with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in December. Jeju sees roughly 83 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Jeju Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Jeju Island - and find the best time to visit. (based on Jeju)

Best Places to Visit in Jeju Island in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Jeju Island.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Jeju Island

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Jeju Island, South Korea?

Temperature range in Jeju Island (December)

Precipitation variation in Jeju Island (December)

Jeju

In December Jeju generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
83 hours
69 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Seogwipo

In December Seogwipo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
162 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jeju Island in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jeju 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Seogwipo 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Jeju Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jeju Island, South Korea in December?

In December, Jeju Island, South Korea generally has mixed weather conditions. Jeju sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Jeju Island, South Korea in December?

Jeju averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does Jeju Island, South Korea get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Jeju Island, South Korea. Jeju averages only about 75 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Jeju Island, South Korea?

Given the typically mixed weather conditions in Jeju, December may not be the ideal time to visit Jeju Island, South Korea.

On average, the best time to visit Jeju Island, South Korea is in October with generally excellent weather in Jeju. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be less favorable.

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